Canvas Print : Paris peacock butterfly, Papilio paris
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Paris peacock butterfly, Papilio paris
Paris peacock butterfly, Papilio paris.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800
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21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunning Paris Peacock Butterfly Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, an exquisite addition to your home decor. This captivating print features the Paris Peacock Butterfly, Papilio paris, an intricately detailed illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder, and hand-colored copperplate engraving from George Shaw. Originally sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights managed image brings the elegance and beauty of nature right into your living space. Delight in the vibrant colors and intricate details of this rare and magnificent creature, perfectly rendered in high-quality canvas for a museum-quality finish. Elevate your home with this timeless piece of art that is sure to inspire wonder and awe.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the Paris Peacock Butterfly, Papilio paris, a stunning and elusive species of butterfly named after the city of Paris. The illustration was meticulously drawn and engraved by the skilled hand of Richard Polydore Nodder and published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany in London, 1800. The Paris Peacock Butterfly, also known as the White-patched or White-spotted Peacock, is a rare and beautiful insect native to the Mediterranean region. With its vibrant orange wings adorned with black spots and white patches, this butterfly is a true masterpiece of nature. The intricate details of its wings are captured perfectly in this engraving, allowing us to appreciate the intricacies of its design even centuries later. This illustration is a testament to the remarkable advances in natural history during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a popular publication that showcased a wide range of natural history subjects, from insects and birds to reptiles and mammals. The publication's high-quality illustrations, produced using the latest techniques in copperplate engraving and handcoloring, were a significant contribution to the scientific community and helped advance our understanding of the natural world. Today, this Paris Peacock Butterfly illustration remains an important historical artifact, providing us with a glimpse into the past and reminding us of the beauty and wonder of the natural world. Its intricate details and vibrant colors continue to captivate and inspire, making it a treasured addition to any collection of natural history or zoology.
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